{ Steam Machine #1 ( the raspberry generator ) }
 

The concept behind this machine was to harrness the power of steam to create a self generating whoopee cushion. I wanted it to be simple to contruct and use cheap/recycled materials but be able to produce a wide range of sounds. This machine could then be mass made and possibly by others without my aid. The work it's self could become a set of instructions in a Cage/fluxus manner.

Intial experiments have proved sucessful, the device producing a susprising range of noises. They seem to aquire an animalistic quality, I think this is due to the organic way the sound is produced. Maybe this is something I should explore futher? Also a performic side to the work has been revealed, although I see my involvment with the machines as a technician rather than a musician this is something that needs consideration.

The next stage is to carry out a large scale installation with 20-50 steam machines.

*all material copyright Christopher Gladwin 2007